English muffin vs. Cream cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between English muffins and cream cheese?
- English muffins are richer in manganese, vitamin B1, copper, fiber, iron, and vitamin B3, while cream cheese is higher in vitamin A and vitamin B12.
- Cream cheese's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 100% higher.
- English muffins are lower in saturated fat.
- English muffins have a higher glycemic index (77) than cream cheese (0).
We used English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Cheese, cream types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +709.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +616.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3145.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +86.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.3% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +687% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1620.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +311.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +49.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +30.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +450% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
34.44 g
Carbs:
5.52 g
Water:
52.62 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +733.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1813.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.213 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.907 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2849.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +67% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 20.213g | 91% |
| Fats | 1.8g | 34.44g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 308µg | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 101mg | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 8.907g | 22% |
| Selenium | 8.6µg | 16% | |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.011mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 46g | 5.52g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.023mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.018mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 0.11mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 0.091mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.22µg | 8% |
| Folate | 37µg | 9µg | 7% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 314mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.23mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.86mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 235kcal | 350kcal | 6% |
| Choline | 27.2mg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 52mg | 97mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 107mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 1.483g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 6.15g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.1µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.517mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.056mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 5.52g | N/A |
| Potassium | 131mg | 132mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.76g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.35g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.069mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.233mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.324mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.657mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.036g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.807g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.76g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.954g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
English muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 77)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cream cheese is relatively richer in vitamins